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Expandable, FireWire Audio / MIDI Interface DAW controller for Mac and Windows Win2000/XP and Mac OS-9/OS-X 24-bit AD / DA conversion 44.1 / 48 / 88.2 / 96kHz sampling rates  larger size TASCAM's FW-1884 is an advanced,expandable DAW controller and audio / MIDI interface; combining IEEE 1394 (FireWire) high bandwidth data transfer, a fully featured 18x8x2 audio mixer,incorporating many of the leading performance featuresof TASCAM's DM-24 mixer,and sophisticated DAW control surface. The versatile mix/ control surface features nine touch-sensitive, motorised, 100 mm faders (eight channel and one master fader) 11 dedicated (4-band parametric) EQ,Pan, Solo, Mute Select and Aux send rotary encoders, transport controls, aprofessional, weighted jog shuttle wheel and an array of assignable function /short-cut keys, for flexible control of the widest possible range of dedicated audiosoftware programmes. A “FAT Channel” provides for adjustment and representation of EQ, dynamics and effects parameters. In addition, the FW-1884 provides full, stand-alone, digital audio mix capabilities, with high quality microphone pre-amps, 24/96 AD / DA conversion throughout and 96 kHz operation on all analogue I/O channels, a full compliment of eight analogue microphone/ line inputs , with phantom power and inserts on each input; 8-channel ADAT and stereo SPDIF digital I/Os. In use, the FW-1884 allows access to up to 18 audio inputs at one time. Eight analogue outputs enable simultaneous monitoring of stereo and 5.1 multi-channel audio. A 4x4 MIDI interface/ patcher is also featured. Connection to hostcomputer platforms is via either of two high-speed IEEE 1394 (FireWire) interfaceconnections. Word Clock I/O ensures accurate synchronisation within the digital signalchain. An assignable footswitch jack facilitates such operations as hands-free“punch-in” recording or MIDI control. Software support is for Windows 2000,Windows XP, Mac OS-9 and Mac OS-X with ASIO, WDM, MME and GSIF drivers,enabling control of major workstation packages such as Protools, Logic, Nuendo/Cubase, Digital Performer, Pyramix, Soundscape, Samplitude, Sequoia. The FW-1884 also features emulation of the control features of the Mackie Control toenable immediate use of the FW-1884 with software that supports the Mackie Controlbut does not yet support the FW-1884. Further system expansion is possible with the FE-8 expansion module, providing eightassignable encoders and keys. Main Features Programmable control surface for digital audio workstation system 9 x 100mm touch-sensitive motorised faders Mixing parameters / HDR edit / Transport / Record function / Automation control Shortcut keys for various popular audio software applications Compatible with a wide variety of leading DAW applications Mackie Control Emulation High-resolution professional multi-channel audio interface (18 in and 10 out) 24 bit resolution, 44.1 / 48 / 88.2 / 96kHz sampling frequency 8 analogue Mic (XLR) / Line (1/4 jack) balanced inputs with 48V Phantom power (switchable in blocks of 4-chs) (Input source selector between MIC/LINE and Guitar on channel 8) 8 analogue channel inserts 8 analogue 1/4 jack balanced line outputs (CH1-2: for Stereo outputs/CH1-8: for Surround monitoring) 1 S/PDIF digital Input (selectable between Coaxial and Optical) 1 S/PDIF digital output (selectable between Coaxial and Optical) 1 ADAT digital I/O (8 in and 8 out) 4 MIDI inputs 4 MIDI outputs A fully independent 4x4 MIDI routing matrix Word Clock input and output (phono connectors) Headphone output (1/4 stereo connector) 2 x IEEE1394 6pin connectors LED indicators (Functional status, Control key, Signal level, Control surface mode, MIDI and other I/O status) Foot SW Input (1/4 jack connector) FE-8 Control fader expansion kit; 8 channel sidecar Specifications ASIO and WDM compatibility for Windows 2000 / XP ASIO, Sound Manager and Core Audio compatibility for Mac OS 9 / X Digital input Format AES3-1992/ IEC64958 (automatically detected) 24bit Digital output Format AES3-1992/ IEC64958 (selectable) 24bit AD conversion resolution 24bit SN / Dynamic range 104dB Fs = 44.1kHz, A-weight 98dB Fs = 96kHz DA conversion resolution 24bit SN / Dynamic range 106dB Fs = 44.1kHz, A-weight 100dB Fs = 96kHz ADAT 8-ch I/O Input Light-pipe optical x 1 Format ADAT Optical at ADAT AES3-1992/ IEC64958 (automatically detected) at Optical 24bit at ADAT/ 24bit at Optical Output Light-pipe optical x 1 Format ADAT Optical at ADATAES3-1992/ IEC64958 (selectable) at Optical 24bit at ADAT/ 24bit at Optical MIDI I/O Connector 5-pin DIN IEEE 1394 Connector IEEE 1394 x 2 Data transmission rate 400Mbps Dimensions 136mm (H) x 582mm (W) x 481mm (D) Weight 10.3 kg System requirement:  Macintosh: OS: Mac OS 9.1 Audio I/F protocol: ASIO. Sound manager Midi I/F protocol: OMS, Free MIDI IEEE 1394 FireWire port OS: Mac OS X Audio I/F protocol: Core Audio Midi I/F protocol: Core Audio IEEE 1394 FireWire port Windows:  OS: 2000/XP Audio I/F protocol: ASIO. WDM (MME), GSIF Midi I/F protocol: MME IEEE 1394 FireWire port  larger size TASCAM (Parts Department) 7733 Telegraph Rd. Montebello, CA 90640-Usa Tel: 323-727-4840 Tascam Italy contac: TEAC tel.(++39) 0266010500 - fax.(++30) 0266010484 |
 advanced technologic sound magazine 2003 november issue 119
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